Although it may sound like an excuse to avoid having someone poke around in your mouth, dental anxiety is a very real condition that many people suffer from. So, if you find the mere thought of visiting the dental clinic for something as simple as a check-up, you are definitely not alone. The problem is that if you don’t attend the dental clinic regularly, you will suffer from poor oral health which could leave you with long-lasting dental health problems that will be harder and more expensive to fix.…
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Some young children can be fussy when it comes to brushing teeth but for those with Odontarrupophobia, this simple daily routine can be a harrowing ordeal. Unfortunately, setting up a rewards system for your child is not enough in helping them see past their phobia. If anything, it further solidifies their fear as it implies the process is something to be endured and rewarded for.
A phobia of teeth brushing is often grounded in early childhood trauma such as painful dentist visits or an accident which led to damaged teeth.…
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Visiting the dentist is one of the least favorite things that people do, but oral health is very important, and it’s even more so, when you have an emergency. That’s why you need to know what a 24-hour dentist can offer you in the event that you suffer a dental situation that can’t wait for normal office hours. Here’s a description of the things an emergency dentist can do for you.…
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